Maintenance Technician Jobs in Janesville, WI

A Maintenance Technician in the manufacturing industry is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of machinery and equipment. They perform routine checks, diagnose faults, undertake repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and disruptions to production processes. They may also assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensure safety and compliance standards are met, and provide technical assistance to other staff. They often work in collaboration with other technicians, engineers, and production personnel.

Key skills for this role include mechanical and electrical aptitude, problem-solving capabilities, and a keen attention to detail. A strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems is also beneficial. They should possess the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals. Certain certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or relevant trade certifications may be required. Prior roles a person might have before progressing to a Maintenance Technician include Maintenance Assistant, Production Operator, or an Apprentice in a relevant trade such as Electrician or Mechanic.

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Service Technician - Rock County & Dane County

  • Mcfarland, WI (22 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Mcfarland, WI (22 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 10 days ago

Are you looking for a career that combines hands-on technical skills, problem-solving, and customer service? Do you have a knack for diagnosing and fixing problems? If so, we have an excellent...

3rd Shift - Maintenance Technician

  • Janesville, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Job Title: 3rd Shift - Maintenance Technician Job Description We specialize in making plastic packaging products for the Dairy industry, water, and chemicals, which are commonly found in retailers such...

Electrical Technician - 1st Shift

  • Beloit, WI (11 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Beloit, WI (11 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 6 hours ago

blueprint reading Experience with schematics and hand tools Industrial fabrication skills Additional Skills & Qualifications Open to new Electrical Technician or with 1 year of industrial maintenance...

Maintenance Technician I - Weekend Shift

  • Janesville, WI
  • 9 hours ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 9 hours ago

ABOUT UNITED ALLOY United Alloy is a preferred designer, manufacturer and powder coater of certified metal tanks, skids, frames, trailers, chassis, and related products crafted to world-class...

Maintenace Technician/ Second Shift

  • Whitewater, WI (18 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Whitewater, WI (18 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Maintenance Technician I Support and service of production lines within the facility. Perform preventative maintenance of production line equipment....

Controls/PLC Technician 2nd shift

  • South Beloit, IL (17 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Beloit, IL (17 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Advise contractors, management, maintenance personnel, and operators on machine operation and control issues. Installation and maintenance of programming software on department laptop....

Electrical Technician

  • Beloit, WI (11 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Beloit, WI (11 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 3 days ago

blueprint reading Experience with schematics and hand tools Industrial fabrication skills Additional Skills & Qualifications Open to new Electrical Technician or with 1 year of industrial maintenance...

2Nd & 3Rd Shift Maintenance Technician

  • Roscoe, IL (21 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roscoe, IL (21 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary: As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you are responsible for maintaining equipment to operate in the safest and most productive condition, troubleshooting, monitoring, adjusting...

Machine Technician

  • Delavan, WI (20 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Delavan, WI (20 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 5 days ago

bothblow-molding and injectionmolding machines Troubleshoot and adjust machines Perform routinemaintenance ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Mustdemonstrate safe work practices and competency...

HFC Beloit - Industrial Maintenance Mechanic 2025

  • Beloit, WI (11 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Beloit, WI (11 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Hormel Foods has an opening for an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic....

Highway Maintenance Worker- Summer Help

  • Jefferson, WI (23 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Jefferson, WI (23 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 6 days ago

Explore. Thrive. Belong. Jefferson County is the Heart of the Heartland. We offer the best of Wisconsin living with safe, family oriented, vibrant business and civic communities surrounded by...

Field Service Technician - Midwest

  • Janesville, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 6 days ago

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Field Service Technician at GEA! Are you ready to be a part of a global leader in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors? GEA is seeking a talented Field Service...

Industrial Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

  • Stoughton, WI (16 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Stoughton, WI (16 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary The Industrial Maintenance Technician performs a variety of activities to maintain plant equipment and facilities....

Maintenance Mechanic - Experienced

  • Beloit, WI (11 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Beloit, WI (11 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 12 days ago

, develop repair lists and identify short-term and long-term repairs so that machines run correctly You will work from task lists when diagnosing machines and taking corrective actions Professional...

Machine Technician II

  • Janesville, WI (6 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Janesville, WI (6 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 13 days ago

Role is responsible for troubleshooting process problems and performing minor maintenance to ensure continued operation of the production line....

Demographic Data for Janesville, WI

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Janesville, WI

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maintenance Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Janesville, WI offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.9%
Bachelor's Degree
23.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Janesville, WI
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%



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